Nikon SB-400 Expert Reviews

Kenrockwell reviews the Nikon SB-400 and writes;“Wonderful! Bounce works fast and easy, the metal shoe and lock make the SB-400 instant to attach and remove, it never has a bad connection, recycling time is limited only by the AA cells and the ON-OFF slide switch is much faster than the bogus push-and-hold buttons of the more expensive SB-600 and SB-800.”rating: N/A

Momentcorp reviews the Nikon SB-400 and writes;“One thing that makes the SB-400 a great upgrade over the built in flashes in Nikon’s Dslr’s is the bounce capability, the flash head tilts up to 90° with click-stops at 0°, 60°, 75°, 90°. Bouncing the flash off a ceiling and you get rid of those ugly shadows in your pictures. An improvement over the earlier Nikon DX Flashes is that the unit uses AA-size batteries.”Rating:

Nikondslrs reviews the Nikon SB-400 and writes;“The SB-400 doesn’t have zoom or wide diffuser features, but then again, it doesn’t really need them because it is designed for wider lenses. It eliminates that annoyance where the built-in flash of those cameras cause a dark shadow on the bottom which is relieving. Along with the fantastic speed shooting capabilities and lightweight and durable construction, the Nikon SB-400 is definitely a top pick.”Rating:

Nikon SB-400 User Manual

Nikon SB-400 Features & Specifications

Nikon announces the Nikon Speedlight SB-400, an intelligent and versatile external flash unit that provides i-TTL flash operation in a super-compact and ultra-lightweight body at an affordable price.

With its powerful guide number of 21, the SB-400 is an ideal flash unit for beginners in digital SLR photography, but it is also useful for hobbyists and professionals looking for a handy i-TTL flash unit offering an effortless bounce flash function.

The SB-400 has been specifically developed to provide photographers with an entry-level external flash unit which is compatible with i-TTL flash operation. When combined with cameras that are compatible with the Nikon Creative Lighting System, the SB-400 is controlled in i-TTL and D40′s M (manual) mode.

The SB-400′s flash head can be tilted in 4 steps–horizontal, as well as 60, 75, and 90 degrees–and has a flash shooting distance range of between 60cm to 20m (depending on the camera’s ISO setting). Slow Sync, Red-eye Reduction and other flash modes can also be set on the camera body, enabling users to enjoy brighter and more natural lighting for better flash pictures.